marketing assistant

Port Boat House is an industry-leading dealership for Yamaha Outboards, ATVs and Side-by-Sides, Ranger Tugs, Cutwater Boats, and North River Boats. With over 45 years in business, we are proud to serve customers throughout Vancouver Island and coastal BC.

We are looking for a motivated and creative *Marketing Assistant* to join our Port Alberni/ Lions Bay team. Marine experience is not required; however, preference will be given to candidates with an interest in boating, fishing, motorsports, or the recreational industry.

*Responsibilities*

• Create and manage content for Facebook, Instagram, and other digital platforms.
• Assist with updating website content, product listings, photos, and promotional information.
• Create marketing materials including brochures, flyers, advertisements, email campaigns, and social media graphics.
• Take photos and videos of boats, products, events, deliveries, and dealership activities.
• Assist with planning and promoting boat shows, dealership events, promotions, and other marketing initiatives for both Port Boat House and Howe Sound Marine.
• Support the Sales Department with customer follow-up, product information, documentation, and day-to-day administrative tasks.
• Help maintain customer and sales records and assist with lead follow-up.
• Work with Sales, Service, and Parts departments to promote products, services, and company activities.
• Monitor marketing activities and help identify opportunities to improve customer engagement.
• Attend boat shows and industry events as required.
• Perform other sales, marketing, and administrative duties as assigned.

*Qualifications*

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office.
• Experience with Facebook and Instagram.
• Drone experience / drone license
• Experience with photography is an asset
• Experience with Canva, basic graphic design, photography, or video creation is an asset.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Positive attitude and strong customer-service mindset.
• Previous customer service or social media experience is preferred.
• Interest in boating, fishing, motorsports, or recreational vehicles is an asset.

*Position Details*

*Job Type:* Full-time, Permanent *Schedule:* Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts *Pay:* $22.00?$26 per hour, based on experience

*Additional Compensation:*

• Bonus pay
• Relocation allowance for eligible candidates

*Benefits:*

• Medical and Dental care
• Paid time off
• On-site parking
• Store discount

*Work Location:* In person ? Port Alberni, BC

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Store discount

Experience:

• customer service: 1 year (preferred)
• Social media management: 1 year (preferred)

Work Location: In person